tri-vi-sol®

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tri-vi-sol®

Indication

  • Vitamin supplement for preterm infants receiving breast milk or formula that does not provide the PRNI (premature recommended nutrient intake)
  • Medical conditions in which vitamin requirements are increased

Dose

  • Start when 50% of full feeds have been reached
    • Less than 1000 g – 0.5 mL BID
    • 1000 – 1500 g – 1 mL daily
    • Greater than 1500 – 2000 g – 0.5 mL daily
  • When full feeds have been reached
    • 1.5 kg or greater – 0.5 mL daily
    • Less than 2 kg at birth and feeding plain EBM – 1 mL daily

Administration

  • ORAL: administer with feeds to avoid GI irritation

Adverse Effects

  • Usually well tolerated at recommended doses

Comments

  • Multivitamins are hyperosmolar and may not be tolerated if infant not yet at 50% full enteral feeds
  • Discontinue multivitamins and trace elements in TPN when Tri-vi-sol is started

Supplied As

  • Oral solution
  • Tri-Vi-Sol® contains per mL: Vitamin A 750 units, Vitamin D 400 units and Vitamin C 30 mg
References
  1. LexiComp Sick Kids
  2. Neofax